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…these 5 foods could strengthen your microbiome and protect your health for the long-term!
A long-time client of mine had some serious issues with his digestive system.
He had heart burn all the time…
Was on the verge of developing Type 2 Diabetes…
And constantly felt bloated.
He went to a doctor, who told him everything that he was experiencing was all due to a “bad gut.”
He has a fix, but he wasn’t quite sure it would work for him—and the diet that he was currently eating.
But he tried it out…
After a couple rounds of high dose antibiotics (to ensure he killed off all the “bad” bacteria), he started him on a dose of high-quality probiotics.
Did it work?
Well, some of his symptoms went away! He noticed improved digestion…he noticed a renewed sense of energy…and he noticed that things “seemed to be working better” (his own words).
Even though he didn’t change much of his diet, he was fortifying his health by feeding his (now) thriving gut bacterial population.
And he did it all by taking…
Probiotics! Surprisingly, making this one change helped him to slightly improve his health. And it could help you as well!
How probiotics can help you…
Before we get into the benefits, I first need to establish one thing:
Your body is FILLED with bacteria! It’s literally crawling on your skin…it’s in your body…and your intestines are LOADED with bacteria.
I know…I know…
It’s downright disgusting to think about, but these bacteria are necessary for your health. These bacteria do everything they can to protect your health.
In fact, here are just a few things they do:
Improve your immune system
Protect your heart-health
Balance out the good and bad bacteria in your digestive system
Acts as a second brain, therefore protecting your mental and brain health
Reduce allergy symptoms
May help you lose weight
So how exactly do probiotics help you? Since probiotics are live bacteria, they help to populate your microbiome (inside your intestines), therefore making it stronger.
Plus, they may also help balance out the good and bad bacteria that are housed in your intestines.
(Bad pathogenic bacteria may lead to many different sickness and poor health. Balancing out the good and bad bacteria could improve your overall health.)
Balancing out your microbiome could easily protect your health and should be your #1 priority when it comes to improve your health.
So how can you go about getting more probiotics into your day?
Simple, the foods on this list contain some of the highest doses of probiotics that you can EAT and DRINK in order to improve your health (and your microbiome):
1. Yogurt
This is one of the easiest ways to get more probiotics into your day!
Yogurt, which is typically made from fermented milk, contains a wide selection of probiotics that could improve your health.
And even though yogurt has been associated with many different health benefits (including bone health, lowering blood pressure, and weight loss)…
…not much is typically spoken about when it comes to the probiotic advantage. For example, yogurt may reduce the symptoms of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and could reduce the incidence of diarrhea due to antibiotic usage.
Worried about eating milk-based yogurt due to lactose intolerance? Don’t be!
Most people who are lactose intolerant can’t handle milk-based products due to the high level of lactose. However, yogurt is different.
Due to the bacteria, most of the lactose in yogurt is broken down into lactic acid, which helps curb bloating, gas, and cramps that may be associated with lactose intolerance.
But not any old yogurt will do! Fat-free and low-fat yogurts contain many different additives and fillers, which could render the helpful probiotics useless.
Be sure to look for full-fat yogurt that contains active cultures (most of the live bacteria may be killed during processing, so it’s important to look for LIVE or ACTIVE cultures on the label).
2. Sauerkraut
This is one food that is sure to pack a nutritional punch! Let’s tackle the probiotics part first…
Sauerkraut, which is finely chopped cabbage that is fermented by lactic acid, is a food staple in many areas around the world.
It’s used to top sausages, hot dogs, even burgers (if you’re into that type of thing)! Now, those who use sauerkraut don’t realize how truly special this food is.
Not only is it loaded with helpful probiotics, it also contains potent vitamins (such as C, B, and K) and plenty of fiber!
Also, you’ll find sodium, iron, and manganese in this one popular food topper.
But, like I said, you’re not just focusing on your gut health with sauerkraut. You will also get loads of lutein and zeaxanthin—which are potent antioxidants that could protect your eyes.
Again, like yogurt, you need to be careful with the type of sauerkraut you use! Most of the live and active bacteria are killed during the pasteurization process.
So be sure you’re choosing an unpasteurized brand of sauerkraut.
3. Kefir
Now, here’s one you can drink! Kefir, which is a type of fermented milk, is produced by adding kefir grains to cow’s or goat’s milk.
Not to be confused with cereal grains, kefir grains resemble cauliflower. They are cultures of lactic acid and bacteria that are added the milk or goat milk product.
Besides holding tons of probiotic potential, Kefir may be associated with better bone health, alleviation of some digestive problems, and could even protect you against certain infections (remember, probiotics main job is to prevent bad bacteria and pathogens from destroying healthy cells).
Although not as popular as some other probiotic blends, Kefir may be stronger and contain a more diverse bacteria population, which could improve a wide range of health issues in your body.
On a side note, even though Kefir is made from cow’s milk, people who are lactose intolerant may have very little symptoms associated with lactose intolerance.
4. Kimchi
This spicy Korean side dish is not only packed full of heat; it’s loaded with friendly bacteria that could do wonders for your health!
This dish is primarily made from cabbage, there are many different vegetables that could be added to this dish to make it that much more diverse.
Although it’s made from garlic, ginger, scallions, and red pepper flakes, the main probiotic benefit comes from the addition of the bacterial strain, Lactobacillus Kimchi (among many others).
If you’re unable to handle the heat of this dish, many of the other options on this list could suit your palate a little better-while providing all the probiotic benefit.
5. Kombucha
If you love tea, then you’re going to love this one! Kombucha is a fermented black tea that is full to the brim with probiotics.
It is a very popular drink in Asia and is created by fermenting black tea with different bacterial colonies and yeast.
Just one cup may provide your body with plenty of probiotics for strengthening your microbiome and protecting your health.
Where to go from here…
If you want to improve your health—and fight off dangerous bacteria—then you need to consider increasing your probiotic intake.
Probiotic, which are live bacteria that help strengthen your microbiome, have been associated with better health, improved heart health, bone health, brain health, and overall health.
If you’re looking for a way to improve your health, then consider eating more of these five foods! It could help strengthen your gut health and your overall health at the same time.
But you must beware…
Although these foods are filled with healthy probiotics, not many people consume these five foods on a regular basis. And when this happens, disaster could strike your health—at a moment’s notice.
That’s why it’s vitally important that you don’t let it! On the next page, we are going to show you a way to safely increase your probiotic intake—without putting your health at risk. And unlike anything you’ve seen before…
…this solution may survive the DEADLY stomach conditions that render most live and active bacteria useless.
So…
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